Restaurant Review: Circus Circus Chartwell

December is all about relaxing and celebrating the hard work we’ve put into the year. So, if you’re looking for the ideal place to enjoy the best of the season, Circus Circus Chartwell is the place to be. Located on the iconic Chartwell Drive in Umhlanga, this restaurant boasts a tropical theme full of greenery which even extends to the design of their menus!   We were welcomed by the amazing Hlobisile who took care...

Exceeding All Expectations: The Thanda Safari Experience

A comfortable drive from the Midlands into the bush is our family’s ultimate spoil and preferred “breathing space”! During this weekend trip, we stayed at Thanda Tented Camp at Thanda Safari and absolutely loved it! From the moment we arrived, the staff were super attentive and friendly.   The Game Drives Our weekend started with a quick but very delicious late lunch. We then left for our first game drive of the trip, with reasonably...

The Sacred Space

This beautiful new restaurant in Umhlanga takes fine dining to a whole new level – a spiritual level. At the Umhlanga Village, known for the best local dining spots, I noticed a new restaurant that presented itself as unique compared to the rest. The sign read, “Kali”, known in Indian culture as a fierce and feminine energy, otherwise called the Divine Mother. To the famous restaurateurs Kim and Pashi, the name attests to their mothers,...

The Gentle Touch at Skin Renewal

Words by Lorinda Scott   I was invited to enjoy a moisturising treatment at Skin Renewal, which during our harsh summer season was exactly what I needed! At this professional aesthetic clinic, all COVID-19 protocols are in place and followed, so I felt safe and secure to enjoy some relaxation time for me and an amazing treatment for my face!   The HydraTouch Facial is a new, advanced, all-in-one solution for restoring the skin’s radiance...

Getting Your Glow

Words by Lorinda Scott   Any time you can get to help your skin, it’s an opportunity to grab. Dr Kayla Andrew from Aesthetic Options invited me into her office to have a quick chat about my skin wants and needs, and from there we decided that we would start with RF focusing on my face and neck and end off with a gentle peel and light therapy.   Radio frequency (RF) using the amazing...

The Future of Orthodontics: The Cosmetic and Dental Emporium

Orthodontics as we know it is changing, and at the forefront of this is The Cosmetic and Dental Emporium in Umhlanga. With a team of highly qualified dentists and a focus on the latest in technology and products, Dr Thinus van Niekerk and The Cosmetic and Dental Emporium team are at the top of their game when it comes to creating beautiful smiles!   While The Cosmetic and Dental Emporium has always offered Damon® braces...